Professor of Practice, Mechanical Engineering (Open Rank)

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley invites applications for an Open-Rank Professor of Practice in Mechanical Engineering to begin Fall 2027 at the Brownsville campus. This non-tenure-track position emphasizes teaching excellence and industry-connected education.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and demonstrate a strong commitment to mentoring students, outreach, and collaboration with local industry and community colleges.

Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses across mechanical engineering disciplines at the Brownsville campus.
• Advise and mentor students; support outreach and recruitment initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley invites applications for an Open-Rank Professor of Practice in Mechanical Engineering to begin Fall 2027 at the Brownsville campus. This non-tenure-track position emphasizes teaching excellence and industry-connected education.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and demonstrate a strong commitment to mentoring students, outreach, and collaboration with local industry and community colleges.